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Enginuity Skills Awards 2026 – The 'Oscars of Skills'

‘The Oscars of Skills', the Enginuity Skills Awards 2026 in partnership with Babcock, is set to showcase some extraordinary people doing incredible things, to help the country thrive in its hour of need and save the ‘lost generation'. All the 32 finalists, from right across the country, will be venerated by leading figures due to attend the glittering ceremony in London on Wednesday, 1 July 2026. LONDON, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Outstanding individuals, employers, training providers and collaborations that are helping to close skills gaps and strengthen the future of UK engineering and manufacturing. This year's finalists showcase excellence in apprenticeships, T Levels, early careers, workforce development and industry collaboration, reflecting the breadth of talent and innovation across the sector. Ann Watson, CEO of Enginuity, the former Sector Skills Council charged with fixing the skills gap in the sector, said: "These people and organisations are on the frontline trying to save the ‘lost generation' referred to by Alan Milburn - as are we. "Each and every one is a star in our eyes and deserves to take a bow in the spotlight that we shine upon them. There are reasons to be optimistic when it comes to what the future holds, even if the sector is currently weathering a storm." Advanced Level Apprentice of the Year sponsored by Train'd Up Hasiba Nawaz, Engineering Apprentice, Balmoral Tanks Hasiba Nawaz of Balmoral Tanks is an inspiring engineering apprentice who has shown strong technical skill, initiative and confidence. She has improved design processes through CAD automation and clear communication, while championing apprenticeships and STEM careers for young women through outreach that challenges stereotypes and promotes diversity in engineering. Olivia Lane, Mechatronics Apprentice, Amazon Olivia Lane of Amazon is a talented mechatronics apprentice recognised for initiative, resilience and problem-solving. She has delivered operational improvements, strengthened contingency planning and collaborated effectively across teams. Passionate about widening access, she promotes engineering apprenticeships as a rewarding route into industry, especially for women and high-achieving students considering alternatives to university. Megan Ellicott, Pipefitting Apprentice, Hinkley Point C Megan Ellicott is an inspiring apprentice whose journey reflects determination, resilience and commitment to engineering. As the first female pipefitting apprentice on site at Hinkley Point C, she has demonstrated technical excellence, advocacy and leadership, using her story to challenge stereotypes and inspire wider participation in sustainable infrastructure and engineering careers. Maleeha Patel, Mechatronics Apprentice, Amazon Maleeha Patel of Amazon is a confident and motivated aspiring apprentice who has demonstrated strong communication skills, adaptability and enthusiasm for learning. She presents herself professionally and shows a positive approach to teamwork, customer service and personal development. Through her experiences, she has demonstrated resilience, initiative and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments while maintaining a friendly and approachable manner. Passionate about building a successful career, she is eager to develop her skills further and contribute positively within a collaborative workplace. Graduate, Degree or Higher-Level Apprentice of the Year sponsored by Institutes of Technology Leonce Pereira, Aerospace Engineering Degree Apprentice, Safran Landing Systems Leonce Pereira of Safran Landing Systems is an outstanding degree apprentice who combines technical excellence with leadership and innovation. He has delivered impact through design improvements, manufacturing efficiency and apprentice-led projects, while mentoring peers and promoting engineering careers through STEM outreach. He is already making a significant contribution to aerospace industry development. Lucy Yelland, Automation Engineer Degree Apprentice, Siemens Lucy Yelland of Siemens is an outstanding automation engineer whose degree apprenticeship has combined academic excellence with business impact. She has shown technical ability, leadership and resilience through fault diagnosis, project delivery, mentoring and outreach, while excelling in WorldSkills competition. She is already making a measurable difference and building a promising leadership future. Lauren Bell, Project Manager Degree Apprentice, BAE Systems Lauren Bell of BAE Systems is an accomplished apprentice whose project management work is delivering significant impact in a complex engineering environment. She has combined academic achievement, leadership and initiative to improve governance, support transformation and influence strategic delivery at scale. She is building a distinctive career bridging project management and engineering with confidence and ambition. Scott Theobald, Electrical & Electronic Engineering Degree Apprentice, Surrey Satellite Technology Limited Scott Theobald is an exceptional degree apprentice whose technical versatility and academic excellence have enabled him to make a strong impact in the space sector. Working across engineering disciplines, he has delivered value through testing, work package leadership and problem-solving, while promoting vocational routes through outreach and building an impressive future in spacecraft engineering. T Level Student of the Year sponsored by Eduqas Anas Mahmoodi, T Level Student, MCS Building Services Full story available on Benzinga.com

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